2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 287 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 1982 Renault 9, 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
