1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 45 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 804 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | S2000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |