1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 680 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
