1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 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, 1959 Simca Aronde (89 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1959 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
| Model | Bianchina | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 39 L |
