1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Fiat 126
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 26 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 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1991 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat 126 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat 126 weights approximately 60 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, 1991 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 126 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
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 | 585 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |