1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 37 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 766 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 481 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Autobianchi | TVR |
Model | Bianchina | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |