1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, both 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1969 Lotus Europa were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 52 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
Model | Bianchina | Europa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |