1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 ZAZ Jalta (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 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 ZAZ Jalta (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 ZAZ Jalta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Autobianchi | ZAZ |
| Model | Bianchina | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
