1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1962 Abarth 600
To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 34 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 600 weights approximately 33 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1962 Abarth 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74 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 | 583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
