2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1420 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 20 L |
