1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Lotus Elan

To start off, both 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1965 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lotus Elan weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 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.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Autobianchi Bianchina 1965 Lotus Elan
Make Autobianchi Lotus
Model Bianchina Elan
Year Released 1965 1965
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 498 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 520 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 3050 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 1840 mm 2140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 45 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]