2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | Palio II | B7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
