1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 599 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 92 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 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | MCC |
| Model | Bianchina | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
