1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
