1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Consul (40 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Consul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
