1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
