2002 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B3 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1980 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alpina | Talbot |
| Model | B3 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
