1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 37 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 415 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 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
Model | Bialbero | Scoupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |