1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1951 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 93 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 898 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1951 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
