1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
