1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1966 BMW 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 420 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 1600 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |