1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1014 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.
Because 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
