1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 365 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 Vauxhall Corsa, 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 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bialbero | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
