1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 41 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Caterham 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
Model | Bianchina | 7 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |