1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alpine V6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | Alpine | Autobianchi |
Model | V6 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |