1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 267 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1968 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome, 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, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Berkeley |
| Model | Bianchina | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 25 L |
