1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1515 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bianchina | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2950 mm |
