2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto 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 363 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 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 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Punto 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 | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B5 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
