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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Bianchi Cortina and 2012 Bianchi Cortina.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×38; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2009 Bianchi Cortina
2012 Bianchi Cortina
Overview
Model Year
2009
2012
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Cortina
Cortina
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid/Comfort
Original MSRP
$430.00
Not documented
Colors
Black, Silver
Blue, Red
Sizes
16", 18.5", 21", 23"
16, 18.5, 21, 23
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
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Frame Material
6061 Alloy
Bianchi Turismo Aluminum
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi cro-mo unicrown 1 1/8
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
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Shifters
Shimano Revo twist
Shimano Revo-Twist 8sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano C051
Shimano Tourney
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus 8spd
Crankset
Prowheel MYA-40, 28/38/48 teeth
Prowheel MYA-40 48/38/28
Cassette
Shimano HG30
Shimano 8spd 11-32t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
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Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z72
Pedals
Wellgo LU-206A
nylon flat pedal
Brakes
Brakes
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Shimano integrated levers
Reparto Corse V-Brake
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP-MH501
VP-MH501
Handlebar
HL-MTB-157 steel
Bianchi alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
HL HS-C82-5 quill
Bianchi alloy
Saddle
Bianchi Velo VL-3057C
Bianchi comfort
Seatpost
Kalloy aluminum, 27.2mm diameter
Bianchi alloy
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Joytech JY-731Q, Rear: Joytech FH-801DSE
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Rims
HJC DA-16, 36-hole
Alloy double wall, 36H
Front Tire
700 x 38c Kenda K-193
Kenda 700x32c
Wheel Size
700c wheels
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.