1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 865 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Bialbero | Bravo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |