1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 1972 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 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, 1972 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Capri |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |