1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Ford Flex

To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 50 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 496 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 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 2009 Ford Flex
Make Autobianchi Ford
Model Bianchina Flex
Year Released 1959 2009
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 479 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 30 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 2990 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3000 mm


 

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