1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
| Model | Bianchina | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3110 mm |
