1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 407 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 Peugeot 106, 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 Peugeot 106 (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Bialbero | 106 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
