1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bianchina | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |