1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 750 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 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Festiva | B3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
