1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 537 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | Bialbero | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |