1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1964 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpine | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 610 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
