1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
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 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 635 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 1400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |