1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mazda |
| Model | Bianchina | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |
