1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 980 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.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
