1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 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 1998 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
