1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 256 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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Hudson |
| Model | Bianchina | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2170 mm |
