1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 38 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 680 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Panoz |
| Model | Bianchina | AIV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
