1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 276 kg more than 1974 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Giulietta | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 840 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 22 L |
