1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1510 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
