1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Skoda Octavia (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 360 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, 1963 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 38 L |
