1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 841 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |