1991 Alpina B vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 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 270 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 401 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Alpina B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Alpina B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2629 mm |
