1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 51 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Bialbero | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2737 mm |
