1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 740 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
Model | Bianchina | Laurel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |