1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR 1600 weights approximately 336 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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Autobianchi | TVR |
Model | Bianchina | 1600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2290 mm |