1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |