1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 445 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Autobianchi | Isuzu |
Model | Bianchina | Minx |
Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |