1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 131 weights approximately 432 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, 1980 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 131 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |