1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Getz is newer by 45 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 1,494 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 628 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, 2004 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2004 Hyundai Getz (184 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | Bialbero | Getz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
