1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 416 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | Autobianchi | Holden |
Model | Bianchina | FC |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |