1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
