1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 20 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 735 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Autobianchi | Venturi |
Model | Bianchina | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |