2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | 850 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |