1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Bialbero | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
