1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Fiat | Alpina |
Model | 1400 | B7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |