1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 15 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 526 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 51 L |
