2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B7 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
