1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 737 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, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Bialbero | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |