1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 37 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 232 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, 2001 Kia Visto, 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, 2001 Kia Visto (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Kia |
| Model | Bianchina | Visto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
