1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
Model | Bianchina | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |