1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 180 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, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Autobianchi | NSU |
Model | Bianchina | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 148 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 | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |