1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1963 Ford Anglia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Anglia (47 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Anglia weights approximately 259 kg more than 1961 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, 1963 Ford Anglia (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
