1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1200 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Alpina |
| Model | Bianchina | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3080 mm |
