2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 275 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B 10 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
