1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1071 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1983 Buick LeSabre 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. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
| Model | Bianchina | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2950 mm |
