1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1992 Alpina B6 and 1992 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B6 | Panda |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 293 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |