1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 545 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, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
| Model | Bianchina | 220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
