1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 285 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, 1958 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 1100 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |