1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 126 weights approximately 30 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 126 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 39 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 20 L |