1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Kadett weights approximately 191 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, 1970 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Opel |
| Model | Bianchina | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
