1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 806 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | 240 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |