1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 695 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 700 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 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, 1963 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
Model | 700 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |