1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 470 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 | 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Spider |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
