1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 18 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 724 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Plymouth |
| Model | Bianchina | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 46 L |
