1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 51 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1200 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.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 159 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
