1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 32 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento weights approximately 107 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Bialbero | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
