1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 795 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
Model | Bianchina | Esprit |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 73 L |