1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 693 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth Bialbero 1995 Ford Scorpio
Make Abarth Ford
Model Bialbero Scorpio
Year Released 1959 1995
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 745 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 543 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1450 mm


 

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