1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Fiat | Alpina |
Model | 130 | B3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |