1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 28 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 888 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
