1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 350 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | MGA |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 149 Nm |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
