2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 233 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
