1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 1060 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
