1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 226 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | Bianchina | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2370 mm |
