1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1557 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | B7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3071 mm |
