1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 14 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 291 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, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
