1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 280Z is newer by 21 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 834 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.
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, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Datsun |
| Model | Bianchina | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2304 mm |
