1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 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 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
