1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 14 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1300 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba 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. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2930 mm |
