1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Honda S500 (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Honda S500 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1966 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, 1964 Honda S500 (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Honda S500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1964 Honda S500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | S500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |