1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |