1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1225 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 62 L |
