1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 565 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
