1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina (24 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 500 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 22 L |
