1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 691 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
