1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 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.
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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | 912 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
