2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 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 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B 10 | Panda |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |