1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 15 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
