1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 3 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 340 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
