1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
