1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1969 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Zastava |
| Model | B 10 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
