1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1975 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lada |
Model | Bianchina | 1200 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 46 L |