1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 24 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1130 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
