1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 43 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 780 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bialbero | Spider |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
