1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bianchina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2390 mm |
