1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1300 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
