1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 30 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 1130 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vector |
| Model | Bianchina | M12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
