1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 828 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
