1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
Model | Bianchina | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3160 mm |