1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 1300 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |