2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B7 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 2005 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
