1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 41 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, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Autobianchi |
| Model | Bianchina | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 22 L |
