2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |