1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 798 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, 2006 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
