1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 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 497 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |
