1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1966 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 212 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 159 L |
