1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 23 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 (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 750 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada. 1984 Ford Granada 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. 1984 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Granada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1300 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 |
