1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
| Model | Bianchina | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
