1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1968 Marcos 1600 is newer by 7 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 243 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, 1968 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Marcos |
Model | Bianchina | 1600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |