1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Autobianchi |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |