1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 44 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 970 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, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2003 Honda Inspire 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. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Bialbero | Inspire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
