1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B5 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 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Festiva | B5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
