1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 Bristol 403
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 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, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1954 Bristol 403 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Bristol |
Model | Bianchina | 403 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2900 mm |