2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 227 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Alpina | Opel |
Model | B3 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |