1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 36 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 342 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, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | Duna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
