1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1964 Abarth 595 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 593 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 595 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 98 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595.
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, 1964 Abarth 595 (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth 595 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 595 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 22 L |
