2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
