1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
Model | Bianchina | 1000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2270 mm |