1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 398 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
