1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | Bialbero | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |