1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 22 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 542 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
