1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 600 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 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bialbero | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 2368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
