1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 260 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 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
