1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chrysler |
Model | Bianchina | Valiant |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |