1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 26 L |
