1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 330 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
Model | Bianchina | Chevette |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |