1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 400 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lancia |
| Model | Bianchina | Appia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
