1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 821 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
Model | Bianchina | Serena |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2740 mm |