2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alpina B3 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 B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Vivio, 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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
