1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 46 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 576 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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Kia |
| Model | Bianchina | Soul |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 48 L |
