1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1972 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 500 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Life (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 1961 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 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Life |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |
