2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 2010 Alpina B7 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 2010 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada, 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | Strada | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
