1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Giulia | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
