1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 510 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
