1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 52 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1841 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Autobianchi | GMC |
| Model | Bianchina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3645 mm |
