1971 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, both 1971 Autobianchi A 112 and 1971 Volvo P 1800 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo P 1800 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 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Autobianchi A 112 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | A 112 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |