1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 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 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
Model | 2600 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 22 L |