1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 700 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 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 700 (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 700 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |
