1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1966 Steyr 700C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Steyr 700C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Steyr 700C (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Steyr 700C should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C.
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, 1966 Steyr 700C (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Steyr 700C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Steyr |
| Model | Bianchina | 700C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
