1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 568 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
