1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
Model | Bianchina | 440 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |