1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 207 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | Bialbero | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
