1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 10 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
