1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1085 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
Model | Bianchina | Camaro |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |