1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 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), 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 500 (20 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
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, 1957 Abarth 500 (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 500 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| 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 | 18 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 22 L |
