1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 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 317 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 10 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1850 mm |
