1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
