1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1969 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 86 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1969 Abarth 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
