1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 611 kg more than 1961 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 GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | GTV | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |
