1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Alpina B5
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 39 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1174 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1300 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 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 | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
