1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 232 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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Autobianchi | MCC |
Model | Bianchina | Smart |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |