1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 29 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1415 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | Virage | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
