1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B 10 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |