1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 745 kg more than 1966 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 Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Spider | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 22 L |
