1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 13 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 630 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.
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, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
Model | Bianchina | 121 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2520 mm |