1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1977 ZIL 117 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2430 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Autobianchi | ZIL |
Model | Bianchina | 117 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3310 mm |