1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 Alpina B6
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1993 Alpina B6 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 700 | B6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |