1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 405 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, 1960 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |
