1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 400 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, 1962 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | 1300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 37 L |