1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | 144 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |