1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 428 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 124 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |