2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B5 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |