1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 489 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Steyr 500 (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Steyr 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 14 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500.
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 Autobianchi Bianchina (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Steyr |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |