1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1968 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 446 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
Model | Bianchina | Laurel |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |