1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 785 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 Opel GT (353 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Opel GT 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 | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
