1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 48 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1278 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Autobianchi Bianchina 2005 GMC Safari
Make Autobianchi GMC
Model Bianchina Safari
Year Released 1957 2005
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 478 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 190 HP
Torque 30 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 2990 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2830 mm


 

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