2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 289 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1069 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 | 491 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 |