1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 23 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 1,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
Model | Bianchina | 19 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 182 Nm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2560 mm |