1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 47 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 605 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
