1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 511 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Autobianchi | Isuzu |
Model | Bianchina | Minx |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |