1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1985 AC Cobra
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 530 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1985 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
