2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 14 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 285 more horse power than 1978 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14, 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | 14 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 92 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
