1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1064 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
Model | Bianchina | Caprice |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2950 mm |