1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1969 AMC Hornet
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 779 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1969 AMC Hornet | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Hornet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
