1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 29 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 757 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpina | Autobianchi |
| Model | B6 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
