2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B3 and 2000 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 172 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | Punto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |