1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 515 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Autobianchi | Holden |
Model | Bianchina | FB Special |
Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |