1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 517 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 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 Holden Barina, 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 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | Bialbero | Barina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
