1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 47 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX 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.
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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2008 Honda NSX 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. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | NSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
