1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | 220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
