1991 Alpina B vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
