1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | 130 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
