1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
Model | Bianchina | 7 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2230 mm |