1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 18 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 685 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Isuzu |
| Model | Bianchina | 117 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
