1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 220 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1147 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 | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
