1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 850 weights approximately 226 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, 1966 Fiat 850 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
