1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 38 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 222 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | Life |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2370 mm |