1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 20 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 354 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Skoda |
| Model | Bianchina | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |
