1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 237 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Escort |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63 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 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 41 L |
