1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 800 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 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2680 mm |
