2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 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 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
