1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Alpina B7
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1300 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4398 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 88 L |
