1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1947 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1947 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
