1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
