1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1975 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | 130 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
