2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta, 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alpina | Lancia |
| Model | B 10 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
