1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Fiat 500, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
