1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 42 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Autobianchi | Steyr |
Model | Bianchina | 500D |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |