1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | Giulietta | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
