1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 40 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 694 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | Bialbero | SP-4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |