1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (203 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
| Model | Bianchina | 740 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2780 mm |
