1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 637 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, 1983 Saab 900, 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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | Bialbero | 900 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
