1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 13 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 950 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, both vehicles can yield 197 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Granada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
