1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 600 (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 262 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, 1961 Fiat 600 (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 600 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 38 L |