1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1987 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Cadillac |
| Model | Bianchina | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
