1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 4 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 575 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
| Model | Bianchina | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
