1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 500 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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
