1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 430 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 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Suzuki |
| Model | Bianchina | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |
