1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 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, 1959 Austin A 55 (68 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 55 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
