1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
