1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Nissan 211 (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Nissan 211 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 361 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, 1959 Nissan 211 (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Nissan 211 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | 211 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
