1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1965 Abarth 595 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Abarth 595 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595.
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, 1965 Abarth 595 (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth 595 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | 595 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
