1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 11 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 310 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
Model | Bianchina | Valiant |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2350 mm |