1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Opel Rekord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 580 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
| Model | Bianchina | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2680 mm |
