1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
