1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Abarth Stola weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Abarth | Autobianchi |
| Model | Stola | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
