1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 34 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Innocenti Mille (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 360 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Autobianchi | Innocenti |
Model | Bianchina | Mille |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |