1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 44 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 940 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.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
Model | Bianchina | Clio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |