1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 23 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 220 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, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
Model | Bianchina | AZ-1 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |