1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Steyr 500 (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Steyr 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500.
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 Steyr 500 (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Steyr 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Steyr |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |