1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 23 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 292 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, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
