1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1964 Riley 4 is newer by 5 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 592 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 | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Riley |
| Model | Bialbero | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
