1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1959 Abarth Bialbero
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 694 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Bialbero weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1959 Abarth Bialbero | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 595 | Bialbero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
