1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 355 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | 356 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
