2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126.
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, 2000 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 12 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
