1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 42 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 960 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 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2001 Audi S3 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Bialbero | S3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |