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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 2008 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%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×38; rear size isn’t listed.
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
2008 Bianchi Cortina
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Cortina
Cortina
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$430.00
$358.99
Colors
Black, Silver
White Special, Gray
Sizes
16", 18.5", 21", 23"
16", 18.5", 21"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 Alloy
6061 Alloy
Fork
Bianchi
Rigid Steel
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
High-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo twist
Shimano SL-R43-8R/L
Front Derailleur
Shimano C051
Shimano C051
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Prowheel MYA-40, 28/38/48 teeth
Prowheel MYA-40, 28/38/48 teeth
Cassette
Shimano HG30
Shimano HG30
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
7-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z72
Pedals
Wellgo LU-206A
Wellgo LU-206A
Brakes
Brakes
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Shimano integrated levers
Lee-Chi TX-117 alloy brakes, Lee Chi XL-38 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP-MH501
VP MH-501
Handlebar
HL-MTB-157 steel
HL AL-157 alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
HL HS-C82-5 quill
HL HS-C82-5 alloy
Saddle
Bianchi Velo VL-3057C
Velo VL-31270 steel rail
Seatpost
Kalloy aluminum, 27.2mm diameter
Kalloy SP-242
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Joytech JY-731Q, Rear: Joytech FH-801DSE
Front: Joytech JY-731Q, Rear: Joytech FH-801DSE
Rims
HJC DA-16, 36-hole
HJC P700, 36-hole
Front Tire
700 x 38c Kenda K-193
700 x 38c Kenda K-193
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.