1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 27 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 800 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal 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 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | Regal |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |