2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 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 222 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B 10 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
