1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 Buick 40

To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1964 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Autobianchi Bianchina 1954 Buick 40
Make Autobianchi Buick
Model Bianchina 40
Year Released 1964 1954
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 4328 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 18 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 35 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 568 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 3110 mm


 

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