1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpina | Autobianchi |
| Model | B 12 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1950 mm |
