1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1467 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Cadillac |
| Model | Bianchina | 62 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
