1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 340 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Bialbero | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |