1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1982 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Alto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 67 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
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 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1982 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Bialbero | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
