1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 780 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Spider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
