1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 756 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Granada |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2780 mm |