1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 12 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 674 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1998 Alpina B 12 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 1998 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 12 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
