1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 881 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | Bialbero | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |