1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 830 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1984 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
