1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 7 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 425 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 1600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |