1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 290 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.

Because 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Autobianchi Bianchina 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
Make Autobianchi Volkswagen
Model Bianchina Rabbit
Year Released 1962 1979
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 1455 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.4 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 520 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 3050 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 1840 mm 2410 mm


 

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