1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1976 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Honda Civic weights approximately 107 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
