2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 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 414 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600.
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 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1600 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Alpina | Lada |
Model | B5 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |