1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mitsubishi 500 weights approximately 34 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, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |