1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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 259 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 10 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
