1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 34 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 500 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Autobianchi | TVR |
| Model | Bianchina | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 560 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2290 mm |
