1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 35 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 22 L |
