1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1998 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1998 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 124 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1692 kg |
