2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina B3 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 233 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
