1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 877 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, 2011 Lexus CT, 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, 2011 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | Bialbero | CT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2601 mm |
