1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | 760 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2780 mm |