1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 16 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
