1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1986 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 27 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Sprint weights approximately 132 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, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bialbero | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
