1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Rover 2000 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 735 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 Rover 2000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Rover |
Model | Bianchina | 2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |