1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 823 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, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | Bialbero | 307 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |