1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 985 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Viper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100.6 mm |
| 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 | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
