1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1962 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1981 Buick LeSabre 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. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
Model | Bianchina | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1800 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 |