1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Prefect (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Prefect weights approximately 180 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, 1955 Ford Prefect (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2220 mm |
