1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
