1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Caterham C21 weights approximately 90 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | C21 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2260 mm |
