1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2009 Tata B-Line

To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata B-Line is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata B-Line (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.

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 Tata B-Line, 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 Tata B-Line (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata B-Line will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth Bialbero 2009 Tata B-Line
Make Abarth Tata
Model Bialbero B-Line
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 694 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2410 mm


 

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