1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 12 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 250 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, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
Model | Bianchina | 1302 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |