1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 386 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
