1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 NSU Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 NSU Sport (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 NSU Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 44 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Autobianchi | NSU |
| Model | Bianchina | Sport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| 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 | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
