1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 612 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
