1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 17 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 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Caterham 1700 weights approximately 24 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
Model | Bianchina | 1700 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |