1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 26 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |
