2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Alpina | Simca |
Model | B5 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |