1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1754 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Dodge |
| Model | Bianchina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3030 mm |
