1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Wartburg 311 (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Wartburg |
| Model | Bianchina | 311 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |
