1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1965 Austin A 90 is newer by 4 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | A 90 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |