1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 44 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 817 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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
| Model | Bianchina | Altea |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
