1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 16 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 557 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1975 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Datsun |
| Model | Bialbero | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
