1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1021 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Autobianchi | Avanti |
Model | Bianchina | Avanti |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2780 mm |