1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1866 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
