1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 18 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Berkeley |
| Model | Bianchina | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
