1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 11 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lotus Seven weights approximately 6 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.
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, 1971 Lotus Seven (92 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm). This means 1971 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Bianchina | Seven |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 588 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |
