1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
| Model | Bianchina | 460 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
