1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Alpina B3
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2000 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 600 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
