1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Opel Record (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 375 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, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Opel Record | |
Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
Model | Bianchina | Record |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |