1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
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, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 12 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
