1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1991 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 24 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 290 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, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
