1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 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 269 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
