1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1995 Renault Clio
To start off, 1995 Renault Clio 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Clio weights approximately 285 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, 1995 Renault Clio, 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, 1995 Renault Clio (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1995 Renault Clio | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | Bialbero | Clio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |