1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 44 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 352 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | City |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
