1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | 7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |
