1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bialbero | 6C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
