1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 885 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
| Model | Bianchina | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2830 mm |
