1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | 21 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |
