1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1130 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |