1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1245 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 Ikon, 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 Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon 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 Ikon | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
