1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1979 Reliant SE6 is newer by 17 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 750 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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Reliant |
Model | Bianchina | SE6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |