1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | 128 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3211 mm |
