1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
