1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 485 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
| Model | Bianchina | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2340 mm |
