1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 601 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Renault 4 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Renault 4.
Because 1975 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 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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, 1961 Renault 4 (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | Bianchina | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 560 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |
