1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 996 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2930 mm |
