1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 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 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 Daihatsu U4 B 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bialbero | U4 B |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 108 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
