1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1969 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
