1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Caterham C21 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1966 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Caterham |
| Model | Bianchina | C21 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
