1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1073 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
