1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 204 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1970 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 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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, 1959 Berkeley B (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Berkeley |
| Model | Bianchina | B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 25 L |
