1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 835 kg more than 1962 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 (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Granada |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |