2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
