1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | 140 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |