1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | Virage | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |
