1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Bianchina | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
