1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1982 Chrysler E
To start off, 1982 Chrysler E is newer by 23 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler E (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Chrysler E (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1982 Chrysler E | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Bialbero | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
