1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1949 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 166 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 166 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Ferrari 166 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 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.
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1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1949 Ferrari 166 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 166 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 900 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |