1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 765 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.8 mm |
| 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 | 500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
