1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 42 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 698 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | E-250 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 132 L |