1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 40 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1092 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 730 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm) has 1149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 1346 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
