1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 16 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 820 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.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
| Model | Bianchina | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
