1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 1962 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 40 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
