1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 1063 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Bialbero | Regal |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2738 mm |