1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 391 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
