2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B3 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 B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | Marea |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 64.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |