1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
| Model | Bianchina | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2530 mm |
