1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 986 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Rover |
| Model | Bianchina | P4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
