1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 24 kg more than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Bianchina | Europa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
