1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1968 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda Octavia (44 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
