1970 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 1970 Autobianchi A 112 and 1970 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Autobianchi A 112 | 1970 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Autobianchi | Chevrolet |
Model | A 112 | Impala |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |