1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 28 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | 480 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |