1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 23 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 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bianchina | Minica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
