1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1973 Rover P5B 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 1040 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | P5B |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 295 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |