1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Fiat | Alpina |
Model | 1100 | B7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |