1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda N III (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Honda N III.
Because 1969 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 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
Model | Bianchina | N III |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 57.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |