2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B 10 | 850 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |