1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2000 Oldsmobile SS 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. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bialbero | SS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
