1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2.
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 Subaru R-2 (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru R-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Subaru |
| Model | Bianchina | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
