2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B3 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
