1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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 1,308 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 856 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
