1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 22 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 800 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Opel Monza | |
Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
Model | Bianchina | Monza |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2670 mm |