1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1966 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bianchina | 98 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3210 mm |
