1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 616 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Panoz |
| Model | Bianchina | AIV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |
