1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2230 mm |
