1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 645 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 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Bialbero | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
