1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Triumph Herald is newer by 8 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 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph Herald weights approximately 212 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, 1969 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 29 L |
