1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
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 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 884 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 115 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |