1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 890 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
| Model | Bianchina | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |
