1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Magentis weights approximately 1057 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 Kia Magentis, 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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | Bialbero | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
