1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 30 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1020 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
