1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bianchina | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 54 L |
