1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1400 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bianchina | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
