1971 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Autobianchi A 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Autobianchi A 112 (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Autobianchi A 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi A 112 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | A 112 | Today |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
