1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1951 Citroen 11
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 11 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen 11 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Bialbero | 11 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |