2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |