1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bianchina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
