1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 353 kg more than 1964 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Giulietta | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1850 mm |
