1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 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), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1305 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1979 Cadillac Seville 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. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Cadillac |
| Model | Bianchina | Seville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2910 mm |
