1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 877 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Econovan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |