2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1954 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1954 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
