1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | GTV6 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 22 L |
