1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Spider | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 22 L |
