2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B5 | 126 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |