1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Fiat | Alpina |
Model | 850 | B5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |