1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 486 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, 1982 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |
