1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1991 Alpina B 12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
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, 1991 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 12 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
