1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1959 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Velox (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 700 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | Velox |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
