1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 359 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Bianchina | Elise |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 32 L |
