1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 32 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 531 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Autobianchi | TVR |
| Model | Bianchina | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 57 L |
