1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 43 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Smart |
| Model | Bianchina | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 22 L |
