1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 32 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 712 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Plymouth |
| Model | Bianchina | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 46 L |
