1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Vedette weights approximately 610 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
