2002 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B3 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | OT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
