1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
