2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
