1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 616 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | 616 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
