1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
