1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 430 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Spider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
