1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 201 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. 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, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
