2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2001 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 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 10 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
