1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 9 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
