1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 280 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 | 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Bialbero | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |