1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1985 Fiat 127
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 25 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat 127 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1985 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 127 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
