1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 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 277 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 867 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | 126 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
