1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lancia |
Model | Bianchina | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |