1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1993 Alpina B 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Because 1993 Alpina B 12 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 1993 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B 12 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 12 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2300 mm |
