2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpina | Autobianchi |
| Model | Roadster | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
