1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 35 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 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, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 35 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72.1 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 | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 22 L |
