1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 945 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 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Autobianchi | Willys-Overland |
Model | Bianchina | Rural |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |