1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 29 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |
