1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 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 500 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 18 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 24 kg more than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Autobianchi |
| Model | Bianchina | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 22 L |
