2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
