1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 930 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, 1994 Volvo 850, 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
| Model | Bianchina | 850 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
