1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1964 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1952 Buick 40 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
Model | Bianchina | 40 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3090 mm |