1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1971 Renault 10 is newer by 5 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 10 (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 10 weights approximately 290 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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | 10 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
