1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 35 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1142 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
