1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Wartburg |
| Model | Bianchina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
