1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 42 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1134 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 177 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 | 520 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
