1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 659 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Bianchina | 2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 71 L |