1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 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 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
Model | A 70 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 22 L |