1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 885 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.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
Model | Bianchina | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |