1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 16 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 850 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Bitter |
| Model | Bianchina | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
