1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 605 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bianchina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |
