1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1703 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bianchina | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 117 L |
