1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1044 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 Opel Vivaro, 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | Bialbero | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |