1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1988 Cadillac Seville 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. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Cadillac |
| Model | Bianchina | Seville |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2750 mm |
