1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1977 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 937 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 353 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 Ford Escort (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1977 Ford Escort | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Escort |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2410 mm |