1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 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), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Bianchina | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |
