1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 19 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 305 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
