1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1965 NSU 1000 is newer by 5 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1000 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1000 weights approximately 62 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, 1965 NSU 1000 (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | NSU |
Model | Bianchina | 1000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |