1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 785 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | Granada |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 60.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |