1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Rover |
Model | Bianchina | P4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |