1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1280 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. 1983 Lincoln Town Car 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. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | Bialbero | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
