1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 26 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
| Model | Bianchina | 245 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2660 mm |
