1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 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, 1965 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
Model | Bianchina | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |