1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 33 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 817 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, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Kia |
| Model | Bianchina | Joice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
