1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 191 kg more than 1965 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fairthorpe |
Model | Bianchina | Rockette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |