1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda Life (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 32 kg more than 1974 Honda Life.
Because 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Life |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |
