1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 371 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.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ginetta |
| Model | Bianchina | G21 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
