2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 467 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | 133 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2030 mm |
