1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 590 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Sierra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |