1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 1300 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 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 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1740 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 |
