1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1967 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1000 weights approximately 230 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, 1967 Simca 1000 (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
Model | Bianchina | 1000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 29 L |