1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Spider | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1840 mm |
