1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, both 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1970 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, 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, 1970 Saab 99 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Saab 99 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Saab |
Model | Bianchina | 99 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 54 L |