1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 505 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
