1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bianchina | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
