1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 532 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 Hyundai Getz, 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 Hyundai Getz (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | Bialbero | Getz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
