1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (59 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1960 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | 356 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 52 L |
