1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 810 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
Model | Bianchina | Esprit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 31 L |