1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bianchina | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2900 mm |
