1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1955 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpine | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 106 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
