2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B 10 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
