2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra 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 226 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1994 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
