1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1969 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 394 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.
Because 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
Model | Bianchina | 1100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |