1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 870 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 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | Bialbero | P4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
