1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1290 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bianchina | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2950 mm |
