1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 43 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fairthorpe |
Model | Bianchina | Electron |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66.7 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 | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |