1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Kadett weights approximately 235 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Kadett (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
Model | Bianchina | Kadett |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |