2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpina | Autobianchi |
| Model | B3 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
