1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Porsche 944 is newer by 27 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 757 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | 944 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 66 L |
