1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 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 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 127 weights approximately 205 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 Seat 127, 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 Seat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
| Model | Bianchina | 127 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
