1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,146 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Herald weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 29 L |
