1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Popular (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Popular should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Popular weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 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, 1953 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1953 Ford Popular | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Popular |
Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2300 mm |