1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 677 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| 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 | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
