1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
Model | Bianchina | 440 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |