1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 910 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Falcon |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |