1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 18 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
Model | Bianchina | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |