1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 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 Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |
