1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 Alpina B5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2009 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1600 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
