2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | D3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |