1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 10 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 128 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
