1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 846 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | NSX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
