1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1966 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, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |