1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3510 mm |
