1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu weights approximately 25 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
Model | Bianchina | Beaulieu |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |