1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 267 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.
Because 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | Uno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
