1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 30 (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 30 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1952 Austin A 30 (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
Model | A 30 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |