1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 34 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1105 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1999 Opel Omega 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. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
| Model | Bianchina | Omega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
