1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 325 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
