1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 675 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1984 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |
