1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 35 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | City |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |