1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 33 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 252 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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bianchina | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
