1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Smart |
| Model | Bianchina | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |
