1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio

To start off, both 1993 Alpina B 12 and 1993 Subaru Vivio were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1088 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.

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, 1993 Subaru Vivio, 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpina B 12 1993 Subaru Vivio
Make Alpina Subaru
Model B 12 Vivio
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 63 HP
Torque 469 Nm 90 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 702 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2320 mm


 

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