1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1996 Bristol Blenheim

To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1195 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 1996 Bristol Blenheim
Make Abarth Bristol
Model 1000 Bialbero Blenheim
Year Released 1961 1996
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 988 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 93 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 441 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2910 mm


 

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