1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1961 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2660 mm |
