1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 1981 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 121 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1967 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, 1981 Mazda 121 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
Model | Bianchina | 121 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |