1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 500 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti 500 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, both vehicles can yield 35 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Moretti |
| Model | Bianchina | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
