1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, both 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1967 Wartburg 353 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Wartburg 353 (49 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 404 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.
Because 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Wartburg |
Model | Bianchina | 353 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 44 L |