1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2001 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Punto weights approximately 317 kg more 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, 2001 Fiat Punto, 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, 2001 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2001 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Bialbero | Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |