1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 8 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 1030 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Granada |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2800 mm |