1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1070 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
