1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 8 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 430 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, 1973 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 124 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 35 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |