2002 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B3 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. 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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |