1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1969 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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | GAZ |
| Model | Bianchina | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
