1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. 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 (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Subaru |
| Model | Bianchina | 360 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 500 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
