1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1080 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Autobianchi | Avanti |
Model | Bianchina | Avanti |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |