1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1595 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
Model | A 135 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 1950 mm |