1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | 128 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
