1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
| Model | Bianchina | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3800 mm |
