2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B3 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |