1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Cadillac |
| Model | Bianchina | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 98 L |
