1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 220 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 Vauxhall Nova, 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 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | Nova |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2350 mm |
