1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1963 Skoda 1202 is newer by 2 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 537 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, 1963 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 30 L |
