1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 188 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 Innocenti 990, 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 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Innocenti |
| Model | Bianchina | 990 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
