1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
Model | Bianchina | Seicento |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 35 L |