1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 54 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), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 742 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Bialbero | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
