1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 126 (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 126 weights approximately 85 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, 1980 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 126 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |