1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 882 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 106 L |
