1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 700 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 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
Model | Bianchina | 944 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 66 L |