1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 862 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
Model | Bianchina | Century |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |