1953 AC Ace vs. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 198 kg more than 1966 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | AC | Autobianchi |
| Model | Ace | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |
