1961 Austin 7 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 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | 7 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 31 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
