2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 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 113 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
