1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1000 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.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
