1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1963 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | 2600 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |
