1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1967 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Autobianchi | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bianchina | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
