1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 B3 (455 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
