1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 416 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
