1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 938 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
