1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 854 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
