1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 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 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 1500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 30 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |